Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Released November 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony A57

Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus XZ-10 and Sony A58, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and A58 (20MP) and the XZ-10 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The XZ-10 was revealed 10 months before the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the XZ-10 scores vs the A58 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Sony A58
XZ-10 | A58 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Olympus XZ-10
A58 | XZ-10 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 10 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Sony A58
XZ-10 | A58 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-10 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus XZ-10 and Sony A58 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the A58.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and A58 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and A58.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-10 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A58 will render extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older XZ-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus XZ-10 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-01-30 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) | 492 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 690 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $428 | $645 |